What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ride Operations Intern position at Six Flags Great Escape Resort?
Program Highlights & Responsibilities
- Meet and network with other college interns and park leaders
- Gain first-hand knowledge and experience working directly in the field in an operations leadership position
- Oversee member of the Ride Operations Team in a Supervisory role
- Get valuable opportunities to meet, engage, and learn from park leaders and management
- Opportunity to shadow and interact with park Directors and Park President
- Participate in a "Capstone Presentation" related to improving an aspect of the park/resort operation
- Opportunity to learn from leaders at our hotel & indoor waterpark operation
- Provide guests with a safe and enjoyable ride experience
- Entertain guests and calm their nerves as they board our world-class thrill machines
- Push buttons and pull switches to launch attractions through the course
- Make sure seatbelts are tight, loose items are secure, and lap bars are locked to keep guests safe
- Enforce rider restrictions and measure for height requirements
- Assist guests in and out of ride vehicles and cycle through the line efficiently and cautiously
- Keep ride patios and midways clean and looking great
- Act as a first responder to ride emergencies and respond appropriately
- Ensure quality control of your assigned crew
- Train and audit ride operators and attendants to ensure the highest level of safety
- Create and implement break plans for team members
- Ensure adequate staffing of all attractions in a zone or sections of the park
- Coordinate and perform training, including department orientation and continuous on the job training in accordance with Six flags and Great Escape Resort Standards
- Perform duties as a Team Member when necessary, including but not limited to operating rides
- Practices, supports, maintains and enforces a total safety culture for all Leads and Team Members
- Assist other Team Members and Departments to support the resort as a whole
- Ability to lead and inspire team members.
- Ability to work in an environment as fast-paced as our coasters
- Ability to multitask
- After passing ride certification tests with 100% accuracy
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
- Friendly, outgoing personality inviting guests to your boarding station
- Positive attitude to make guests excited about their ride
- Must react well in stressful and emergency situations
- Taking direction from management
- Must be 18 years or older
- Must be currently pursuing a college degree or a recent graduate (within 180 days of the start of employment at Six Flags Great Escape)
- A team-player attitude and the willingness to step in wherever it is needed to support the park operation or assist Guests
- Commit to working through the 2025 summer operating season (mid-May through mid-August)
- Flexible schedule with the ability to work weekends, nights and holiday periods to meet business needs
- Ability and comfort working in an indoor and outdoor environment (rain, heat, winds, etc.)
- Must be able to stand, walk, stoop, bend, and reach throughout your shift
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- Basic understanding of leadership and a willingness to learn and develop
- A safety-first attitude
- Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays
- Paid training
- DailyPay - work today, get paid tomorrow
- Advancement opportunities
- Free admission to ALL Six Flags parks, including White Water Bay
- Free tickets for friends and family
- Discounts on passes, food, and merchandise
- Exclusive employee events
- Fun rewards, benefits, and more!
Salary : $16 - $17
